PTH546 Physical Agents
1 Credits
This course develops students' basic physical therapy competencies in the use of
physical agents. Course content includes: cryotherapy, hydrotherapy, thermal therapy,
ultrasound, electric stimulation, light agents, mechanical agents and documentation utilizing the
Guide to Physical Therapist Practice. Principles of evidence-based interventions are taught
through lectures, laboratory sessions, and online discussions Prerequisite: Successful
completion of prior coursework.
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